Career Advice & Insights

Expert guidance to help you navigate your career journey

The cover letter is the best shot you have. Don’t waste any time spotlighting your accomplishments or skills, that’s what your resume is for. Read More

Cover Letters

Survey: More than a quarter of workers backed out of job offers they agreed to Kyle Schnitzer

The survey gathered responses from more than 2,800 workers across nearly 30 US cities and found that 28% admitted to backing out after initially agreeing. Read More

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7 words smart job candidates avoid in cover letters Lindsay Tigar

Writing cover letters is usually the most difficult part of applying for a job. These are the words you need to delete from your cover letter ASAP. Read More

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Harry, Meghan and royal family welcoming new bundle of tax hassles Tina Orem via Nerdwallet

The thought of a member of the royal family writing checks to the IRS may seem strange (and indeed, some reports suggest the family could take steps to avoid dual citizenship), but it highlights rules that can take many parents by surprise when they raise children abroad. Read More

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Americans would give up 29% percent of their current salary for this CW Headley

The average US worker is confident that their dream job is only five years away. Sixty-two percent believe their dream job is achievable. Read More

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How to start writing with clarity and conviction according to experts CW Headley

Mistaking density for sophistication is a symptom of the kind of bad writing that tends to go undetected. Read More

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13 hiring horror stories that will shake you to the core Ladders Contributor

In an age where ghosting isn’t just limited to haunted houses and Tinder, hiring managers are now dealing with ghosting employees. Read More

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6 cover letter mistakes that might be ruining your career Ladders Contributor

With your cover letter, you are basically selling yourself. Having one that’s impressive is not an easy task to pull but most certainly worth it. Read More

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24 words that show leadership on a resume Christine Bernier Lienke

Selecting the most powerful words to describe your experience can make a huge impact on a potential employer. Here are 24 words for your resume. Read More

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